Hotel Shanghai Sheshan Oriental - Handwritten Collection

Ancient Camphor & Aman Souls: Shanghai's Peripheral Escapes

While the Bund dazzles with Art Deco grandeur, the true soul of Shanghai's luxury lies in its periphery—a realm of ancient camphor trees, relocated Ming Dynasty villas, and architectural marvels sunken into the earth. This curated collection explores the serene districts of Songjiang, Minhang, and Qingpu, where the frantic pace of the metropolis dissolves into mist-covered waterways and forest sanctuaries.Here, properties like Amanyangyun and Ahn Luh Zhujiajiao are not just hotels; they are custodians of culture, housing centuries of history within their walls. Whether it is the subterranean wonder of the InterContinental Wonderland or the Zen-focused Anandi in Hongqiao, these escapes offer a profound disconnection from the urban grid, inviting travelers to reconnect with nature, history, and themselves.